What Happened
Historic Participation Marks Growing Defense Ties With Morocco
For the first time, Israel’s Ministry of Defense has sent a delegation and a national pavilion to the Marrakech Airshow, marking a significant milestone in the country’s defense industry. The participation is part of the ministry’s strategy to increase defense exports and cooperation with countries worldwide. Eight Israeli companies, including Rafael, Elbit, and IAI, are showcasing their technologies, including loitering munitions and AI-powered robotic systems. According to Breaking Defense, Morocco is the second largest spender on defense in Africa, with over $6 billion spent last year.